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There is so much explaining going on here that it seems like the judge has no understanding of how the internet works. If that's the case, how could the judge
by kempbellt 11y ago
There is so much explaining going on here that it seems like the judge has no understanding of how the internet works.
If that's the case, how could the judge be able to give a reasonable response to this affidavit? Seems like a case that requires such a long-winded technical preface could at least be handled by a judge who knows what an IP address is...
- TearsInTheRain 11y agoI wonder if there should be a certification system in place before judges can rule on technical topics
- codyb 11y agoBut then might there not need to be a certification for other areas as well? Might be a hard thing to set up.
- CaptSpify 11y agoHard? sure, but probably necessary...
- losteric 11y agoWe have certifications for building and maintaining networks. I don't understand why we don't certify people regulating networks. On the other hand... that opens up questions on when certifications are required. Do judges need to be certified to rule on plumbing law?
- downandout 11y agoMost of the text in the warrant appears to be boilerplate language that is legally required or at least legally advisable in case it is ever challenged in court. I'm sure FBI agents have template word documents they keep, detailing their experience and relevant basic facts about each kind of case and then they just fill in the blanks when they have a case of that genre. This way no one can argue that the judge was not apprised of the basic facts.
- walrus01 11y agoYes, about 90% of this affidavit is fill-in-the-blanks boilerplate.
- rdtsc 11y agoIt also seems if you were the one asking for a warrant like this, you'd go out of your wait if possible to find this judge. They could have put stuff in the request about flux capacitors and I bet this judge would have approved. It is like if you want to litigate patents you go to East Texas.